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Alistar vs Xerath SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Xerath

Alistar vs Xerath

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use brush control to threaten (W)+(Q) engages and deny Xerath's poke angles.
Enable ADC follow-up by forcing Xerath off the wave and limiting his safe poke.
Prioritize river vision and roam windows to pressure mid and secure dragon setups.

Trading pattern

Only commit (W)+(Q) when ADC can immediately follow up on knockup from brush.
Punish Xerath stepping forward without (E) stun ready by engaging with ADC.
Back off after (W)+(Q) to reset threat before Xerath can punish cooldown downtime.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun as key peel and disengage tool threatening ADC safety.
Avoid stepping into range when Xerath charges (Q) and applies (W) slow to prevent poke.
Be cautious engaging when (W)+(Q) is on cooldown; Xerath can punish reduced threat.

Early game

Win level 2 to unlock (W)+(Q) all-in with ADC ready to commit near brush.
Hold brush to block (Q) and (W) poke angles and protect ADC access.
Avoid extended trades before level 2 to prevent poke damage without engage tools.

Power spikes

Level 2 (W)+(Q) unlocks strong all-in windows; force Xerath to respect brush control.
Level 3 adds (E) stun, increasing engage threat and peel options around brush.
Level 6 (R) grants tankiness for tower dives and extended fights; coordinate with ADC and jungler.

Win conditions

Use brush and flank angles to deny Xerath's ADC free poke and positioning.
Coordinate level 2 and 3 all-ins with ADC to snowball lane priority and secure dragon vision.
Leverage (R) for tower dives or peel to protect carries and transition lane leads into objectives.

Tip: For Alistar vs Xerath, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup